Beyoncé "Cried Tears Of Joy" Over Birthday Messages, Reflects On Turning 40

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The superstar singer shared a message of thankfulness to those who recently sent videos and tributes for her birthday.

Earlier this month, Beyoncé rang in her 40th birthday with a worldwide fanbase who was ready and willing to share messages to, and about, the singer. We haven't heard much from the mother of three as far as new music is concerned, but Beyoncé did recently appear in a Tiffany & Co. ad alongside her husband of 12 years, Jay-Z.

Her celebratory day may have been weeks ago, but on Thursday (September 23), Beyoncé returned to her website and shared a reflective message about turning 40.

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“I’m so thankful for every inspiring human who took the time to send me all the beautiful messages. I cried tears of joy and was covered in chilly bumps," wrote the singer. "Your videos, your posts, your countdowns, your playlists, and your well wishes, I will cherish forever. I’m grateful to everyone involved, especially the fans for the time and level of detail it took to organize such beautiful tributes. I admire and respect all of you and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

“This is the first year that I really understand what it means to be alive and to live in the moment,” she said. “It’s the first time that I have an understanding of how fragile life truly is, how hard life can be at times, and therefore how important it is to stop and smell the roses during the good times.”

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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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